We are a nation of laws meaning that laws, not people rule. It is the basis for equality in that all of us are to be governed by the same rules regardless of our social status, race, economic status, or the community in which we live. It is the concept that makes all of us […]
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Having observed and participated in County government for years, I believe that Albany County government works primarily to aid the City of Albany. Other smaller cities, the suburbs, Hilltowns, and some areas in southern Albany County are thrown a bone or two, but it is the City of Albany that receives the most financial assistance […]
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One thing is for certain when you watch government operate– politicians love to promote programs and ideas that have catchy titles, cost taxpayers millions of dollars (if not more), and for the most part are unsuccessful. Once implemented, they continue to cost taxpayers additional monies since they usually require more government employees and resources to […]
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At the March meeting of the County Legislature Democrats Frank Commisso and Dave Mayo requested health insurance retirement benefits be given to an individual they claimed worked for the County, but who wasn’t given credit for 6 months of service. No employment-date verification or supporting records were provided, and many of us questioned this last […]
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During my years in elected office I have watched government regress from its main obligation of representing the interests of the people, to a system that focuses on filling the pockets of elected officials with money, power or both. I have fought this wrongdoing during my tenure in elected office, and will continue to do […]
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Most recently, there has been a proposal by the majority in the Albany County Legislature to hand over $1 million to BBL Construction Services…..this is outrageous. Here’s the background…..back in 2003 County Executive Breslin made an announcement that the County was going to provide BBL with a million dollars. This was to be done when […]
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If the citizens won’t do it then we must hold ourselves accountable. That is why I, along with County Legislator Deb Busch (R, C, – Knox) have introduced a local law that will open a new level of transparency in Albany County government. It states that a professional business entity whom contracts with the County […]
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When I first became involved in politics, I did so because I wanted to make a difference in my community. Oh, how times have changed. With so many power hungry elected officials in office, decisions are being made based on what is best for them and not their community. It’s time that the public hold […]
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